The Sopranos are a staple of New Jersey lore. It’s one of the seminal shows of the 21st century. By the powers that be, Tony Soprano will be returning to the screen, this time in a prequel film titled, The Many Saints Of Newark, which is currently filming in Newark.
The film is stars Michael Gandolfini, who will portray a young Tony Soprano, following in the footsteps of his late father, James Gandolfini. The film will take place in 1967 during the Newark riots, chronicling the formative years of Tony Soprano and his involvement in the New Jersey mafia. The film is currently shooting on Branford street in Newark, reimagining the horrifying scenes of fifty years ago.
The film will also star Vera Farmiga, Jon Bernthal, Corey Stoll, Ray Liotta, and Leslie Odom Jr. Alan Taylor, who directed multiple episodes of the original series, will direct the movie that is currently slated to be out in 2020.
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